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    #16
    Spring September - Week 4

    Good morning to all...

    Had a rough couple of days, grief for my mom hit me again on her birthday, and I felt kind of depressed. That is how it is with grief, you are fine, then a meaningful day, time of year or something comes and up and BAM, you feel sad. So, I am feeling better today and know that it is what it is.

    Dill, I am going to look up Redeemed, sounds interesting. I will go to the library too, although I do enjoy ordering books online. I was hopeful when I read about the new pope's compassion and kindness, emphasizing love, rather than following their rules and condemning women and gays. Those darn Bishops! There are so many ways to come at religion, and our tradition is rich and deep, with times of corruption in the hierarchy, especially now. Your description of your farm and the cows sounds so healing to me, living in the country, fall weather. Your grandkids are so lucky to be staying with you. Glad to hear you have more me time, you deserve it.

    Lav, sounds like allergies are bringing you down, darn it. My son ended up going to med point, he almost had pneumonia, his lungs were really tight and he was wheezing. So much for the juicing, right? Curves sounds like a good habit.

    Rusty, nice to hear you are able to pamper yourself. I would love to get eyelash extentions but am sure my eyes would swell up. I love the fact that your mother is your biggest fan. Mine was too. Have a great day. I woke up yesterday at 4:15 a.m. for no apparent reason, too. I just get up and get busy. Last night I slept well after the long day. Whew.

    PAguy, my dad lives in FL and is amazed by the amounts of rain the last few weeks. Better than hurricanes through. Kind of stinks for a vacation, reading only gets you so far.

    To all, have a great day.
    Formerly known as redhibiscus

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      #17
      Spring September - Week 4

      Good morning Abbers!

      Actually slept in a bit today - yay for me!

      Enjoy your busy day Rusty!
      I've become so ungirly over the past 10 years it's not even funny :H I just can't justify spending time & money on lash extensions & manicures while dealing with & cleaning up after dogs & chickens :H I do keep up with hair cuts though, not fond of feeling hairy.

      Dill, I'll just bet the kids loved the new cows, how exciting! I can't even imagine the work involved preparing for them. Post a pic when you can

      Star, I totally understand missing your Mom, I just went thru one of those blue times too at the beginning of the month.:l
      I've never stopped missing her & I'm sure you feel the same. Trying to fill that void in a healthy manner can be daunting at times.

      John, I hope the sun makes an appearance for you today!
      It's amazing that we haven't had any hurricane activity yet

      Greetings Witts!

      Wishing everyone a great AF Thursday!
      Lav
      AF since 03/26/09
      NF since 05/19/09
      Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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        #18
        Spring September - Week 4

        Good Evening Abbers -

        Yes, the sun finally reappeared today! Along with the heat and humidity :-) At least I was able to go to the pool today and splash around a bit. I ran 5 miles earlier this morning and moving around in the pool made my legs and knees feel great!

        I have a condo in St. Petersburg, FL. I have never been to the panhandle but I hear that Destin is very nice. I hope to be able to explore more of Florida over the next couple of years. My home is outside of Philadelphia but I try to get down here several times a year. I return home to PA next week.

        Rusty - You do deserve the pampering! Good for you. I have to admit, I am not familiar with eyelash extensions. It is amazing what they can do today. Go for it!

        Star - Since I've not been around lately, I have to assume that your mother passed away recently? My condolences.... The grieving process is so complicated. My mom passed away 7 years ago and I still have days when I get sad and gloomy because I miss her so much. In fact, last month, I just woke up one day and decided to visit my parents at the cemetery. Both of their birthdays were in August so I thought it would be nice to be with them. When I got to their gravesite, I balled my eyes out! I had not cried in such a long time. I felt so much better. And, while I was there, I was able to get a new US flag for my father's grave since he was a WWII and Korean War veteran. It made me feel good that I could do that for him :-)

        Since the weather has cleared here, I think tomorrow may be a beach day.... Have a great evening everyone!
        John
        AF since 7/13/2010

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          #19
          Spring September - Week 4

          Good morning to all...

          PAguy, actually my mom died almost 9 years ago and the grief STILL hits me from time to time. We were really close, I am the only girl in the family, and just miss her. For some reason her birthday brought up grief again. Going to her grave is hard, hearing your story about visiting your parents graves, I could really relate. The last time I went to the graveyard, I was down all day. However, it is life, we have to feel all kinds of feelings, not just happiness like the media tells us. I love St. Petersburg and that entire area. How cool to go down there and enjoy the weather. Hope the rest of your stay consists of lovely weather.

          Lav, I think working outside the home forces me to have dress clothes, makeup, and the works. Plus, I like to look the best I can. I do admit that on my time off I wear my old jeans and lay off the makeup. But, I don't want to scare my husband. In reality he does not even notice, or so he says. I love outdoor work and think you are so lucky to have chicks, they are so cute. Another perfect fall day, I have to run errands and want to be outside as much as possible.

          To all, have a great day.
          Formerly known as redhibiscus

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            #20
            Spring September - Week 4

            Good morning friends

            The sunshine hasn't made it's way here yet but that' OK. The weather has been absolutely perfect all week.

            Star, honestly, I do care about the way I look but have never bee a girly girl if you know what I mean :H I suppose a lifetime of working I hospitals had a lot to do with that & now living & working here in cow country. My face get a dab of mineral makeup everyday

            John, I spent a week in Tampa 10+ years ago in February for my embroidery training. The plane had to be de-iced in Philly but the weather in Tampa was perfect. Glad to hear things are looking up for you, enjoy the beach!

            OK, I'm off to Curves then back here for some work then out to the chicken house to prep for moving the little ones in this weekend. Busy, busy

            Have a great AF Friday one & all!
            Lav
            AF since 03/26/09
            NF since 05/19/09
            Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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              #21
              Spring September - Week 4

              Well - good morning once again friends & happy Saturday!

              Awaiting the arrival of some sunshine again while enjoying some nice pumpkin spice coffee

              I have to get all of the animals fed & watered then get myself together.
              It's going to be a long day out & about for me. I am actually going to a craft show in Wilmington, DE with YB. One of his coworkers & his wife have a booth set up there - quilting I think. Then we head back to PA at 4 pm for a birthday party for YB's 70 yr old aunt. She's dealing with Stage IV breast cancer, may be my last chance to see her.

              Wishing everyone a great AF Saturday!
              Lav
              AF since 03/26/09
              NF since 05/19/09
              Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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                #22
                Spring September - Week 4

                Good morning Friends,
                I'll weigh in on the make-up conversation. I rarely wear make up. Even when I was young, I rarely wore it, certainly not to go to work. I usually just wore it for maybe dates or special occassions. It's just my preference. I did not grow up with any sisters and I shied away from most girly things. I am still uncomfortable with that aspect of being female to be honest. Isn't it funny how different we all are?

                Lav, your day sounds very nice. Flea markets are fun. I always find something very interesting when I go. This weekend is the "Old Timer's Festival" locally. It's a fun one because it highlights old time farm machinery and farming practices. It's a beautiful day for it today, too! I am glad you will get to connect with YB's Aunt. Sorry to hear about her cancer.

                Star, I am sure your husband sees you as beautiful with or without makeup! You radiate an inner beauty. It can be seen/felt even through print on this forum.

                Paguy, when I was young I used to think my parents were fine that their parents were gone. Outwardly they never showed emotion. They would make an occassional fond comment or speak of a memory. Now that I am an adult child with both parents long dead, I understand better. I'm sure they had their private moments of grief and longing, as do I. They are infrequent, thankfully. I'm glad you were able to honor your Dad with the flag. My dad was in WWII and also the Korean War.

                Rusty, Witts, everyone reading, have a great AF Saturday!
                Dill

                Dont forget, you can: start late, start over, be unsure, try and fail AND STILL SUCCEED!

                If it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you will find an excuse.

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                  #23
                  Spring September - Week 4

                  Good Morning All,

                  What a beautiful morning it is here. I am feeling very spoiled as I sit here enjoying my coffee with a view overlooking the bay. It is sunny and there is a light breeze. It's going to be a great day!

                  I got an early morning run in at 6:30 this morning. I met up with a local group of running folks again - a very nice group of 'older' runners who run various distances. It's always nice to run with a group - there are always interesting stories. I really enjoy the comaraderie.

                  Sounds like several of you have events planned today. Get out there and have fun!

                  I've been reading through different threads on the forum about people who are just starting or re-starting their AF journeys. I feel so fortunate to be where I am knowing that the struggle to get here is so worthwhile. I know there were several 'guardian angels' who helped me along the way and for that, I am very thankful.

                  Make it a great day folks!!
                  John
                  AF since 7/13/2010

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                    #24
                    Spring September - Week 4

                    OH THANK GOODNESS, YOU ARE ALL STILL HERE! I had a moment of panic opening up the Abstinence page, wondering if everyone would have moved on -- whew, I feel so happy to read your words!

                    So sorry to be an absent thread-mate (I know, I say that a lot). Thanks Rusty for asking after me this week (that's all of the thread that I've read so far). I have just been through the toughest work times since mid-June, absolutely no personal time. But I'm starting to see the light, the mist is clearing, and I think I might find a way to have a more 'normal' existence. You guys are a big part of it!

                    Quick hello to all - Witts - great to see you still here, PAGuy - wonderful to catch up with you, Rusty - enjoy those extensions, Star - so sorry you had a blue time, I hope the nice fall weather will give you a boost, Dill - glad to hear that you are finally getting some 'me' time, Lav- enjoy your day, I'm sure the drive to Wilmington will be lovely. Gosh, I hope I didn't miss anyone - Pap - hello, if you're reading, and I just have to say that I miss LBH; I had an eye exam yesterday (months overdue), and they dilated my eyes. I was really undone by not being able to see well for a few hours, and my heart went out to her. Lav - if you see her on FB say hi to her from me, will you? (Yeh, I know, I really have to get on FB someday...)

                    OK, off to get personal taxes finished and into the accountant (yep, that's how far behind I got); extension deadline is October 15. Big cyber-hugs to all!:h
                    to the light

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                      #25
                      Spring September - Week 4

                      Good Morning Friends!

                      Cyn!!!:h OMG! You HAVE been lurking and reading. Thank you soooo much for checking in....I take it your "part-time" job turned out to be wayyyy more time-consuming than you originally expected? I got an extension on my taxes, too. Just saw my accountant last Friday. Ugh...I hate having my eyes dilated...do you need new glasses or are you having more serious issues like glaucoma/RP? Sending you soothing thoughts.

                      It is a beautiful day here today....not a cloud in the sky. I am planning on a long walk/run along the lake path and then might even go for a bike ride. Then, I'm off to decorate my condo with a fall theme, especially around the fireplace. If I can figure out how to post a picture, I might do so. I must re-read the Photobucket instructions Papmom gave me. ;-0)

                      Star-I could feel your sorrow about your mom's passing in your post.:l You are an incredibly strong woman, and I hope when it's my mom's turn to leave this earth, that I will be as strong as you are, but I doubt it. I've said this before, but I'll say it again...your mom must have been so proud of you....you're a lovely person, wonderful wife....a good mother. You undoubtedly got those qualities from her example.

                      Paguy-I got teary-eyed reading your post about visiting the cemetery to visit your parents.:l Odd how hard and fast that sadness comes on....and just erupts without warning.:l I have been missing my dad lately. He died in 2004, and a lot of times I wish he were around to talk to....but those feelings pass....as long as I do something constructive to take my mind off it. Regarding guardian angels watching out for us on our AF journey....I agree wholeheartedly there. In my case, I must have had an army of guardian angels protecting me when I was drinking. It's no wonder I didn't hurt myself or others. I am so thankful to be alive. I, too, love the Tampa area. In 1997, I went to a family wedding in St. Pete Beach and we stayed at The Tradewinds. Lovely, just lovely.

                      Lav-enjoy the crafts fair with YB today. So sorry to hear about his aunt's breast cancer diagnosis. I am sure she will appreciate your visit.

                      Dill-lucky you that you don't have to wear make-up. You're beautiful inside and out, and I envy that. I have such fair skin...and lots of freckles. Make-up evens out my skin tone. Congratulations on your new four-legged additions! Do you name the calves?

                      Witts-I've read some of your posts on the Newbies Nest...and you are alway so encouraging when it comes to people who are new to this AF journey. The nest is grateful for your contributions, I am sure.

                      Pap-I hope everything is OK in your world.

                      Well, after a long chat with my sister, it is now 10:01 AM and I have not done a damn thing all morning. I slept in until 7:00 AM. I better get going. Have a wonderful day, everyone!

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                        #26
                        Spring September - Week 4

                        Hey Rusty! Thanks for the welcome! But to be clear, I haven't been lurking; just this morning I read through this week's posts, I'll have to dedicate some time to reading back awhile to find out what's been going on. When I went to sign out, it said' last time online: July 26'!! I knew it had been a long time, but I didn't realize it was 2 months, eeek.

                        Hope everyone is well and having a good Saturday. Thanks for being here....
                        to the light

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                          #27
                          Spring September - Week 4

                          Well HELLO cyn
                          Happy to see you back, glad you are OK!
                          Busy is good but not that busy :H
                          Hope to see you more often around here & take a moment to open a Facebook account. It's nice to catch up with people on there too.

                          Greetings Dill, John, Star, Rusty, Witts & everyone!
                          I had a nice day out & about. The craft show was nice, even picked up a Christmas gift or two. The birthday party was nice, catered with great food. Everyone was walking around with a glass of wine except for me & 2 other people. YB had 1 beer I just observed others & let it go

                          I am expecting company here for dinner tomorrow so it will be another busy day for me!
                          Wishing everyone a good night!

                          Lav
                          AF since 03/26/09
                          NF since 05/19/09
                          Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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                            #28
                            Spring September - Week 4

                            Good morning all...

                            Lav, I thought I posted yesterday, but I guess not. I really appreciate that you post daily, I try to also, to keep this thread going and to check in. Sounds like a great day...glad you got out, YB was nice to you and you had fun. It is interesting to not drink when others are, and notice that most people just have one or two alcohol fueled drinks, if any. I like the fact that you just observed, using detachment. Have fun today too. We have rain now, but yesterday was beautiful.

                            Rusty, so what if you slept in and messed around...it's what a day off is all about.

                            Dill, thanks for the nice message, I appreciate it.

                            PAguy, you ARE lucky to have that view!

                            Cyn, good to hear from you. Check in more often, we miss you.

                            No special plans for today, lots of relaxation, reading, and of course. Football.

                            Have a great day.
                            Formerly known as redhibiscus

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                              #29
                              Spring September - Week 4

                              Good morning friends

                              It's so nice to be able to get some sleep again - all due to the change of seasons

                              Glad you are OK Star - we do miss folks when they skip a day or two. I think I do a sort of mental role call :H That's another reason I like to use FB to check in on friends!
                              Enjoy your day - football & all :H

                              I have to get myself to the supermarket & load up on meatball ingredients - my grandson's favorite I have lots of little things to do actually so I'll get moving!

                              Have a wonderful AF Sunday one & all!
                              Lav
                              AF since 03/26/09
                              NF since 05/19/09
                              Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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                                #30
                                Spring September - Week 4

                                Last day of September so we have to think of a name for the next month...

                                October...operation October,

                                I just can't think of any more, too early for me.

                                Had a nice weekend, nothing exciting, now it is Monday again. Hope the gov't doesn't shut down. Have a great day all.
                                Formerly known as redhibiscus

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